DISCLOSURE: I am NOT a doctor or healthcare professional. I am; however, under the care of a doctor who recommended I read the book, “Why We Get Fat and What to do About it” and heed its advice. My doctor also eats this way, as does his family. I believe it is important to be under the care of a physician when you make any changes that will affect your health, especially if you are on any medications. That said, please seek a professional who understands and agrees with this way of eating if you want to see significant, natural, and positive advances in your health.

Why?

Because that’s what I did.

Here’s the thing: I’ve found out that it’s not enough to read the book, people need to be told what to eat, and I get it. I swear to you I get it. When you don’t know how jacked up your metabolism is, eating a certain way isn’t as important as it is when you know that your endocrine and vascular systems are effed. I’m also fortunate enough to have a doctor who hasn’t allowed himself to be bullied by “modern medicine” which really should be coined “modern surveys skewed based on pride that the masses take as gospel” – read the book, you’ll understand. My doctor has been vital to my success, and I recommend you find a doctor who also understands simple physiology and low carb eating.

Before I tell you what I eat, I think it’s important that you see how far I’ve come in a short 5 months. The gal on the left was wearing size 18 jeans that were too small. She was probably closer to a 20 or 22. She couldn’t get off the weight loss/gain roller coaster, she worked out 3-5 times a week, she “ate clean”, her blood pressure was elevated, her cholesterol was high, she had painful joints, and she was chronically fatigued, at 244lbs. The gal on the right is down to a size 14 and hasn’t done one minute of cardio. She also hasn’t gone hungry or had to count calories or fat grams. She is always full, no longer feels brain fog, is pain-free, her blood pressure is down, her cholesterol is down, and her blood sugars are finally regulating, at 205lbs.

Which gal would you rather be?

I’m still a work in progress, I don’t claim to be done losing weight or done with my journey back to health. This is going to be a constant, life-long journey, one that I refuse to stop. I know too much now, and I am too important to stop. There is no food on this earth that is as good as being healthy feels. Not thin – Healthy. Just pause and reflect on that for a second.

ULTIMATELY this is not about being thin, it is about being HEALTHY.

Here is a very quick layout of what I eat on a daily basis. I apologize that this low carb meal plan isn’t fancy, but I wanted to get this up for the people who have been begging me for the information for months. Click on the link below for a printable version of the meal plan. I am not a nutritionist, this is simply a snapshot of what I eat during the day on this low carb (high fat) way of life. If you haven’t read the book yet, please make note of the fact that this is not a high protein diet, it is a high FAT diet. Read the book.

OH! and Before I say anything else – you do have to drink water. Hydration is important no matter WHAT you eat!

Now that you can see what I eat during the day, I hope you’ll consider following the low carb meal plan and also buying the book, reading it, and really taking it to heart. Arming yourself with knowledge will be vital to your long-term success.

Quick tip for eating out: Order meat & sub any starches for veggies – easy peasy! Don’t be afraid to ask if sauces or dressings have sugar or wheat in them. If they do, pass for a better option.

About Summer

*You can reach Summer at summer@dirtyfloordiaries.com.* Born in Orlando, FL and raised in Juneau, Alaska; Summer prefers being outdoors hiking, skiing, or just livin' over being inside doing anything. She has a weakness for cheap red wine and good conversation and can always be counted on for a laugh. You won't find perfection here, just a big ole' mess and a few laughs. Feeling frustrated with your life? Visit The Dirty Floor Diaries and you'll leave feeling just a smidge better - Guaranteed or your visit's free.

Hi Just want to pass it on that you fantastic meal plan is making a sensation on the Low carb and losing it facebook family. Thanks ever so much. I posted a link to your blog. Hope others will also come here and thank you.

Hi, Summer, I want to try this plan next week, please tell me what should your calorie intake per day be? And I know your talking about being healthy is better than being skinny, but seeing that I need to loos about 44 kg! how long did it took you to loose weight??

HI Jacqui! I don’t have a particular calorie intake, but I use MyFitness Pal to track my macros and I keep it at 80% fat, 15% protein, 5% carbohydrates now. I lost about 5lbs the first week (water weight), and then it took me about 7 months to lose about 50lbs (22kg). I have another 22kg to go until I’m at my final goal weight and I imagine it will take another 8-10 months to do so. Shoot me an email if you need some support! I’d be happy to do all I can to help you be successful! -Summer

HI Nina! I’m SO sorry I’m just seeing this. 1. It is homemade 2. I do not. My endocrinologist’s exact words were: “There are no free rides.” The truth is, artificial sweeteners make your brain think you’re getting sugar so you never stop having sugar cravings. It’s best to go without. Believe me – As soon as I eat it, I’m off my rocker and completely a sugar monster which is just horrible for my body. Bacon! Eat bacon instead. 🙂

Thanks so much for this menu! I have attempted to do a low carb high fat diet in the past but gained weight – duh, too much food. I don’t know where my brain was. Your menu has helped me figure out a meal plan I can work with AND not overeat. I have 20 to lose – am 53 and it has become so hard! But I have decided it is either try now or… no, no other option. So thank you – seeing it all laid out like this is super, super helpful.

hi, I’m on my 16th day of lchf ( or similar version)but my weight loss is kinda slow – 2 kls on the 1st week and 1 kl on the 2nd ; my uric acid went from top normal to almost double 🙁 …how was your experience?

Slow and steady is the way to go! Don’t feel down about it, your body will eventually have a WOOSH and you’ll lose quickly. Also, stop weighing all the time. It stresses your body out and stress leads to slower weight loss.

Summer! My sister and I were literally just sitting down to find a legitimate meal plan that we will stick to. We stumbled across your page and literally fell in love with your explanation of your high fat diet. Any chance you could give us another week later worth of meal plans? You are awesome!! Lashelle & LeeAnn

Just ran across your lchf meal plan on Pinterest and about to head over to your website. I, too, started lchf “lifestyle” Jan 21, 2016 & have lost 30 lbs. My heart rate has dropped from 99 to 77 BPM, my blood pressure from around 135/75 to 110/65 and blood sugars perfect. I no longer suffer from acid reflux or other digestive issues. Eczema has also cleared. Energy a far cry from what it used to be & I sleep like a baby. Not bad for 58 yr old female. We started at approximately the same weight & I still have about 80 lbs to lose. Thanks for wonderful meal plan. Can you share any other tips you have found helpful in your weight loss journey. Best of luck with continued success!

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